White Bean Panzanella Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

White Bean Panzanella Salad
Servings: 6
Lunch

This White Bean Panzanella Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
A summer version of the classic Panzanella salad uses grilled bread, which adds a nice crunch and smoky flavor.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. Italian bread
  • 6 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. drained and chopped capers
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
  • Pepper
  • 6 medium ripe tomatoes
  • 12 oz. fresh mozzarella
  • 1 can white kidney beans
  • 1 bulb fennel
  • 2 stalk celery
  • 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat outdoor grill for direct grilling on medium.
  2. Brush bread slices with 2 tablespoons oil. Grill 5 to 6 minutes or until dark golden brown, turning over once. Cool slightly; cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
  3. In large bowl, whisk vinegar, capers, mustard, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add remaining oil in slow, steady stream, whisking to blend.
  4. To vinaigrette, add bread, tomatoes, mozzarella, beans, fennel, celery, basil, and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper, tossing. Garnish with fennel fronds.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this White Bean Panzanella Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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